Deck 26: Assisting With the Physical Examination

Question 1

You are going to assist with a physical exam using a vaginal speculum. You can do which of the following?

A) Insert the speculum.
B) Obtain the vaginal secretions using a speculum.
C) Measure vital signs.
D) Feel abdominal organs.

Answer 1

Measure vital signs.

Question 2

You are going to assist with a physical exam. You can do which of the following?

A) Collect supplies and equipment.
B) Explain the risks and benefits of the exam.
C) Explain to the person's roommate what will be done to the person.
D) Obtain the person's informed consent.

Answer 2

Collect supplies and equipment.

Question 3

You need to protect the person's privacy during the exam. Which is correct?

A) Open the curtains so the person can see outside.
B) Open the door to the room so that staff will know where you are.
C) Drape the person properly.
D) Let the person wear pajamas and a robe.

Answer 3

Drape the person properly.

Question 4

The dorsal recumbent position is used to examine which of the following areas?

A) Rectum
B) Abdomen
C) Back
D) Buttocks

Question 5

After the exam, you need to do which of the following?

A) Explain to the person's roommate what was done.
B) Explain the results to the person.
C) Help the person dress.
D) Explain the results to the family.

Question 6

The doctor completed the exam. You can do which of the following?

A) Explain the results to the family.
B) Replace supplies on the exam tray.
C) Sterilize the instruments for the next person.
D) Explain the results in terms the person can understand.

Question 7

When assisting with a physical exam, you are responsible for which of the following?

A) Protecting the person's roommate from hearing the exam
B) Obtaining informed consent
C) Meeting the person's nutritional desires
D) Providing a safe setting